Best Schools in Pittsburg, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Pittsburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lincoln Elem School
Elementary · Johnston City Cusd 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$161,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$161,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pittsburg
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Elem School | 4.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $73,571
- Median home value
- $161,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 91%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Pittsburg compares
Median household income
$74k
90% of Illinois median
About Schools in Pittsburg, Illinois
Pittsburg, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Pittsburg show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Pittsburg is Lincoln Elem School with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pittsburg is served by 1 school district: Johnston City CUSD 1. These districts collectively serve 1,066 students.
Pittsburg's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,571. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 140 students · 3rd–4th | 4.8 |
Schools in Pittsburg
Pittsburg, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,571
Median Home Value
$161,600
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
1,648
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
91%
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Community Profile
Pittsburg has a median household income of $73,571. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,600, with a median rent of $933/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Pittsburg, Illinois
How many schools are in Pittsburg, Illinois?
Pittsburg has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pittsburg, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pittsburg is 4.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Pittsburg, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Pittsburg on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Elem School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pittsburg, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pittsburg on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Elem School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Pittsburg, Illinois?
Pittsburg is served by 1 school district: Johnston City Cusd 1.
What is the education level in Pittsburg, Illinois?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Pittsburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pittsburg, Illinois?
The median household income in Pittsburg is approximately $73,571 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pittsburg, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pittsburg is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pittsburg, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.